Biochemist or Biophysicist
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Job Description & Duties Study the chemical composition or physical principles of living cells and organisms, their electrical and mechanical energy, and related phenomena. May conduct research to further understanding of the complex chemical combinations and reactions involved in metabolism, reproduction, growth, and heredity. May determine the effects of foods, drugs, serums, hormones, and other substances on tissues and vital processes of living organisms.Daily Life Of a Biochemist or BiophysicistShare research findings by writing scientific articles or by making presentations at scientific conferences.Examine the molecular or chemical aspects of immune system functioning.Produce pharmaceutically or industrially useful proteins, using recombinant DNA technology.Prepare pharmaceutical compounds for commercial distribution.Develop or test new drugs or medications intended for commercial distribution.Research how characteristics of plants or animals are carried through successive generations.Skills Needed to be a Biochemist or BiophysicistBelow is a list of the skills most Biochemists and Biophysicists say are important on the job.Science: Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.Writing: Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively.Salary for a Biochemist or BiophysicistBiochemists and Biophysicists make between $49,230 and $177,680 a year.Biochemists and Biophysicists who work in New Jersey, New Hampshire, or Massachusetts, make the highest salaries.Tools & Technologies Used by Biochemists and BiophysicistsBelow is a list of the types of tools and technologies that Biochemists and Biophysicists may use on a daily basis:Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft OfficeMicrosoft PowerPointPythonEmail softwareWord processing softwareSAPMicrosoft VisioThe MathWorks MATLABSASIBM SPSS StatisticsMinitabPractical extraction and reporting language PerlGraphics softwareStatistical softwarePresentation software#J-18808-Ljbffr